Beginner Surf Lesson - £39/£35

Enjoy the thrill of surfing with your first successful rides. You’ll be learning to catch your own waves and stand up with control, as well as learning important sea safety. If you are already standing up, no problems, there is still plenty to learn, including catching unbroken waves, turning and riding along the green face. Your instructor will be giving tips specific to you during the session, to keep you progressing.

The 2 hour lesson is £39 per person, and then discounted to £35pp for additional lessons.

We recommend at least two surf lessons that are fairly close together (within a week), the start times are different each day (best tide times). And if you can, four lessons is a good starting platform to get you started.

We also have a 1.5 hour option (£29pp)

Guaranteed to stand up!

Level: First time, or not yet catching your own waves and standing up consistently.

Age: Adult and children aged 10+ (younger children can do our Kids Learn to Surf lessons)

"Just a quick email to say thanks to you and your team for organising and running a fantastic surf session. George had a great time and really enjoyed himself. The team were brilliant and made the lessons really enjoyable and George wants to return next year."

Thanks again, Andrew.Barber

Kids Learn to Surf

Our ‘Kids learn to surf’ lessons are fun, safe and progressive. Aimed at younger children (age 6-11), with a maximum of 5 pupils per instructor. Lots of ‘in water’ coaching time to keep the kids engaged and learning, with the instructor giving each pupil specific tips to help them progress. And its a shorter lesson at 1.5 hours, you can book in for multiple lessons, if you are not sure how many, book one session and decide afterwards.

We have Kids Learn to surf sessions running during the Summer holidays, Easter, May Halfterm, Oct half term and weekends through Summer.

Age: Children aged 6 – 11

Level: Any level, but more suited to first time or been a few times.

What’s next: Summer Course, Surf Club or Surf Camp

Summer Surf Courses £99

Our Summer Surf Courses are a great way to learn to surf over a week, and also make some surf buddies along the way. Plus they are super discounted!

Courses are Monday to Friday, so 5 x 1.5 hour sessions. Running every week through the Summer holidays, May Half Term, Oct Half Term and Easter Holidays.

It’s a set course time with a set price, normally 9:30am or 3:30pm depending on the tides that week.

You’ll learn the basics of how to catch waves and ride in, and improve quickly with tips and techniques from your surf instructor to keep progressing. Including surf safety, etiquette, riding along the wave, and challenging your self to catch a bigger wave!

And with the course spread over 5 days you’ll get varied conditions, including a team go on the XL surfboard (wind dependant).

Great learning waves at Bigbury.

What’s next: Practice sessions, Surf Camp, and Surf Club.

Level: Any level, although best suited for beginners.

Age: Children aged 8-16

Safe and Fun.

“The surfing is legend! Ben is cool, really good fun and he teaches us tricks really well. Matz is a cool dude who leads the group really well. Both of the instructors are good with us kids.” - Jordan Newman

Private Family Lesson - £136/£112

The Family Lesson is our most popular session at Discovery Surf School, an amazing way to learn to surf, not only is the lesson private it’s also discounted.

2 hour or 1.5 hour

You can also add family friends to the session. Available all year round.

1.5 hour lesson is £112 for up to 4 of you, add £28pp for extra pupils.

2hour lesson is £136, this is for a family of up to 4, add £34 pp for extra pupils.

Age: Adult and age 5+ (everyone needs to be able to swim 50m)

Level: Any level

What’s next: More family lessons. Practice sessions.

A great family activity

“We booked two sessions last week for our daughter Elyzabel and her two friends Freya and Zara. Thank you so much to Pete and Callum for their expert tuition and above all, the confidence they managed to give the girls in what is a new sport to them. All three are absolutely hooked now and they cannot wait to return to Bigbury's surf. Thank you once again and I hope that 2012 will be an excellent year for you all, please pass on our thanks to the above instructors." Virginia Walker

Discovery Surf Camp

Surf Camp is for the super keen young surfer, lots of water time and lots of fun!

Perfect for those looking to progress their surfing from getting the maximum amount of surfing done in one day.

The children are supervised all day, lunch not provided.

10am to 4pm (Unless otherwise stated on booking)

Great Fun.

COST: £60

Age: Children aged 8-16.

Level: Able to catch you own waves (white-water) and stand up

What’s next: Surf Club or private sessions..

Lots of surfing.

Surf Camp is action packed full of surfing and water activities where you’ll not only have lots of water time but also some dry work to help your surfing knowledge.

Pupils are supervised all day and all the equipment is provided.

Age 8-16

The main activity is surfing lessons. Other water activities include water skills, basic lifeguard techniques, and paddle tours.

Meeting and picking up spot is at the Discovery Surf School shop on Park Dean, Challaborough Bay. From here we also sell surf/beach goods, and hire.

Based at Challaborough Bay.

Discovery Surf Camp HQ is very close to the beach, you can even see it from inside the tube (see pic).

"Just a quick email to say how much the girls enjoyed their lesson today, please send my thanks in particular to Tim who was absolutely brilliant!" - Sarah Ball

Dear Discovery Surf School

Thank you very much for the fantastic day my children had with you. They both learnt so much so quickly and “had the best day ever”. Their surfing ability was amazing after just a few hours and the adventure they had in the afternoon was the most amazing time! Harry was brilliant with them!

Thank you so much

Jo Thresher

Mum to Louis (9) and Ruby (7)

Chally tube view

Surf Camp

Taster Session - £29

This is 30 minutes shorter than our standard Beginner Lesson at 1.5hrs, so ideal if you are on a budget. The main aim is to enjoy the thrill of surfing with your first successful rides. You’ll be learning to catch your own waves and stand up, as well as learning important sea safety.

Maximum of 6 pupils per instructor. The 1.5 hour is also good for the colder months.

Age: Adult and children aged 10+

Level: First time, or not yet catching your own waves and standing up consistently.

"They carried on surfing for several days after their lesson. The surf lessons were a great success with our children - they loved it". - Rachel Hannyngton

Supervised Practice Session - £30/£25

2 hour or 1.5hr

Once you are catching your own waves and riding in regularly this is a great way to get some water time, under supervision from a Discovery Surf Instructor.

Your instructor will ensure you are in the correct spot to catch waves. This is good if you have just completed a course and are looking to practice.

Your instructor’s lesson plan will be focused around the beginners in the group, but once in the water your instructor will also give you some tips to work so you can keep progressing.

Age: Adult and children aged 10+

Level: Able to catch you own waves (white-water) and stand up.

What’s next: Surf Camp or Surf Club or private sessions.

Great for topping up water time.

"Martin, I wanted to say a big thank you to you, Rosy and Harry who have been fantastic with George, Harvey and Ollie this week. Despite the cold weather, they have had a blast. I think they have the surfing bug. We will definitely be back." Thanks Kerry Dunn

Young Child Lesson - £55

This one to one private lesson is designed for children under 8 who may not have a great deal of water confidence, are non swimmers or weak swimmers but still want to give surfing a go.

The lesson is 1 hour long and the coach will work closely with the child to ensure they have a fabulous time and come away happy with water confidence.

We offer this session to non-swimmers. A buoyancy aid is provided.

£55 for 1 hour or £40 for 30 minutes

Thick warm suits to keep them warm.

"Kate, Rosie and Harry were excellent instructors and I would recommend them to anybody. Thanks Again and keep up the good work." Marcus Dreike

Surf Club

Surf Club is a great opportunity for children to develop their surfing skills and to meet others who are as keen as them about surfing.

Surf Club provides an excellent opportunity to learn new skills, understand about equipment, socialise with like-minded children and most importantly to have fun!

PLEASE PHONE/E-MAIL to book your place every session you plan to attend

Oran ripping.

Our team of instructors are some of the most talented local surfers and are extremely passionate about surfing. Their attitudes and surfing abilities create a fantastic environment to learn to surf, as well as great positive role models.

Surf Club has been running since 2002, and has produced top surfers, including some that have gone onto become surf instructors at Discovery.

Disco Coach Ellen Harding, pic Alex Williams.

Surf Club is for children aged 8-16

ALL Memberships are now to be renewed on April 1st of each year

Non member rate is £20 (for 2019/20) per session, (pupils need to have had at least one lesson with Discovery, and subject to availability).Every Saturday. 10am in Winter. 9:30am Summer (4th May to 28th Sept)NEW for 2019 - After School Surf Club - Wednesdays' 4.30pm 24th April, 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd May initiallySome sessions may change time due to other bookings and weather.

PLEASE CONTACT US TO BOOK IN EACH WEEK via email, text, phone, FB.£49 for membership. Surf Club Sessions £12. Up to 2 hours

Fun and social surfing.

Membership also includes:

Day Surf Camp discount.Free Entry to the annual Discovery Surf Club Contest - 21st September 2019.Free 110% Surfing Techniques DVD worth £9.99.Surf Club WristbandFree board/suit Hire on Saturdays/Sundays April – October. Subject to availability.15% Off the Discovery Surf Hoody, Accessories and T-shirts.Equipment provided in sessions.Extra Sessions in the holidays

Surf Club is all year round!

Sessions for 2019 Winter:

Saturdays: Every Saturday 10am and then from 4th May 2018 onwards it's a 9.30am start

No Sunday Surf Club this year - After School Club instead

Every Saturday morning.

Please get your new membership forms in promptly at renewal time so if you're not planning on renewing we can open it up to new members. We have a cap on the amount of members. In the mean time new members can go onto a waiting list and come to Surf Club as non members

School/College Groups

Activity days/week

Discovery Surf School is a provider for many schools and colleges for an activity day/week. Pupils receive a large discount on the price, and learn important sea safety as well surfing progression.

At the end of the course pupils are awarded a certificate and prizes.

"Thanks Martin. We had a fantastic day today. My 6th formers absolutely loved it and left full of confidence with most keen to carry on surfing . What more could you ask? Your instructors were really attentive, supportive and good fun. The location is great." Torpoint College.

Torpoint College surfing at Bigbury

Discovery Surf School is highly experienced with taking large and small groups alike and we can tailor your school session to suit your needs. As well as surfing we can offer Stand Up Paddle lessons and use of our XL SUP, we also have a selection of beach games to make the most of your time at the beach (including Volleyball, tug of war, cricket, football, rugby, rounders), which can be used FREE OF CHARGE.

We are AALS (Adventure Actiivities Licensing Service) registered for Stand Up Paddling as well as an ASI (Academy of Surfing) School.

After School Clubs

Our After School Clubs have been running for 10 years, they are 4:30-6:30pm weekdays during term time, After School Clubs run Spring, Summer and Autumn terms.

Clubs can be set up for Primary and secondary schools, they are a great way for pupils to meet other like minded pupils. Again large discounts and all the equipment provided.

"Thank you from all of us at Plymstock School for making our week so amazing"

Plymstock School

Some of the Schools that surfed with Discovery Surf School in the last couple of years include:

Surfing with your class.

School groups are also welcome to use our tug of war, volleyball and rounders for beach games; free of charge.

Surfing is very fun

Discovery South Devon Inter School Surf Contest

Discovery Surf School has organised and hosted the
Inter School contest previously. It is a team event open to all secondary schools
in the area, and has proved a competitive but extremely fun day for all involved! The format includes a shortboard heat for boys and girls and
teachers and then the team heats are with a Tag Team format on foamies.

Check out the Schools Contest tab on the About Us page for more
information.

"I just wanted to say a big thank you to you and the guys for providing a fantastic time during our activities week. The students really enjoyed themselves and the care of the instructors was as usual, first class! Andy Tanner, Westlands School

"I have recommended Discovery Surf School to a number of friends and colleagues - I think the safety standards and small group sizes make your school stand out.” Anne Hoar

Stand Up Paddling

Discovery Surf School was the first surf school in the UK to offer SUP lessons (Martin and Annika enjoyed trying the sport while on Honeymoon in Kauai in 2006!)

Stand up Paddle Surfing (SUP) is a traditional Hawaiian style of surfing where you are permanently standing on a large longboard and use a long paddle to move across the water and catch waves. The great thing is you only need a tiny wave to have lots of fun, or just exploring Bigbury/Burgh Island is great fun.

SUP has exploded in popularity in the last couple of years - it is such fun and really accessible (anyone can do it!) Why not give it a go! Here at Discovery we have a huge range of kit, so if you're looking for a lesson or to hire we can cater for you. We also have 2 XL SUPs - guaranteed to be the funnest thing you do all summer! These boards can accommodate up to 8 people per board and are fun for cruising or catching small waves.

Your first lesson involves flat water basics (standing up/turning/getting in safely/etc), and then either some small wave catching or a exploration paddle.

SUP is a lot more weather dependent, light winds are ideal.

SUP is a perfect way to explore the unique and stunning coastline around Bigbury Bay

Discovery Surf School is AALS (Adventure Activities Licensing Service) registered and can take groups of all ages (8yr and older) and abilities. All of our instructors are extremely experienced and will ensure you have a fun and safe time with us. Buoyancy aids are provided, as well as wetsuits for the lessons.

Learn to Stand up Paddle with Discovery Surf School, at Bigbury the lessons take place away from other water users to ensure everyone's safety. Lessons are normally in the lee of Burgh Island.

We use Red Paddle and Starboard paddleboards, which are both regarded as the best in the sport. They are super stable and versatile and great quality. If you are looking at buying your own paddleboard after your lesson with us we can give you loads of advice and Triocean in Kingsbridge sells a wide range of boards.

Lessons

1.5 hours

1-1 is £79

2-1 is £99

Age: adult and age 10+

Level: any level

What’s next: hire out the kit

GROUPS - 4+

Paddle boarding is a great activity for Birthday, Hen, stag, or corporate do’s. Or just get some friends together and try it out.

2 hour £34 per person

1.5 hour £28 per person

Hire - you can also hire out our kit too.

£20 - 1 hour £25 - 2 hours £35 - 3 hours

£45 - Day £149 - 1 week

(includes buoyancy aid)

Private Family SUP Lesson

2 or 1.5 hour

You can also add family friends to the session.

The 2hour lesson is £136, this is for a family of up to 4, add £34 pp for extra pupils. And we also have a 1.5 hour option, which is £112 for up to 4 of you, add £28pp for extra pupils.

Age: Adults and Children age 10+

Level: any level

What’s next: hire out the kit

I meant to drop you a line to say how much we enjoyed both the surfing and paddleboarding. Rosie was a great surfing teacher and I was amazed that she really did get us all standing on our first lesson - something I didn't think possible." Anne Hoar

Kids Birthday Party

2 hour or 1.5 hour

Surfing is a great activity for a children’s birthday party (4 or more pupils), we have a 2 hour or 1.5 hour option. We also have our XL surfboard for team surfing, which really good fun and is an option as well. (weather dependent)

A popular option is to hit the Venus Cafe afterwards for a burger meal, or to set up camp on the beach and get a BBQ on the go.

Private Surfing Lessons

With this lesson you'll have your own private coach for 1.5 hours - for complete beginners through to advanced surfers.

1 to 1 = £79 2 to 1 = £99

2 hour 1-1 is £110

After your Private lesson you can have FREE Board and wetsuit hire for the rest of the day

Private lessons are popular with adults.

“I had a great time, the staff are helpful and friendly and the equipment is up to date. I opted for a private lesson. Tim, my instructor was knowledgeable about the safety aspects, and when we got in the water he had the right balance between making sure i had a good time and also learned something new to take away with me - and he got me riding waves very quickly .

If you are worried about the cold English sea,the wetsuit does its job. and keeps you warm. I am aged 54 this year and no olympic athlete, and did not get on a surfboard until I was 51. With people like Discovery Surf School and their great instructors, age should not be no obstacle to achieving your dream of standing on a board and riding in a wave. I would definitely come back here again.” Frank Sweeney

Autism & Special Needs Surfing

Discovery Surf School is a specialist centre for taking children/adults with special needs. We are particularly experienced taking children with autism.

We are passionate about everyone experiencing the joy of surfing, and to continue surfing as a regular activity.

Annual Lifeworks event.

Sessions are available all year round.

1 hour private 1-1 lesson - £55

Discovery are very fortunate to receive funding from Devon County Council for our special needs lessons, and this has enabled us to discount lessons. Please ask us for more details and the discounts available.

There is also an annual free event run by Lifeworks at Bigbury on-sea, that provides a taster for children to try surfing.

We are also very happy to work with the Wave Project who run courses for special needs/disadvantaged children with Discovery. To find out more about these courses, please contact the Wave Project

Hi Harry, I just wanted to say thank you for Jude’s surf lessons this week. You were absolutely amazing with him – I really don’t think there could have been anyone more perfect to teach him. You showed him so much empathy and respect.Jude is often overwhelmed by other people’s words, particularly in a situation where all his senses are flooded, so your calm instructions were exactly what he needed. We’d told Jude that he could stop surfing if he was too cold on Thursday, but he just kept on heading back into the waves, shouting “Hahaha!” He totally loved it! There were as many tears on the beach watching him as there was rain – it was so wonderful to see him having that much fun! I write a blog about autism and will be writing about Jude’s surfing – will send you a link as soon as I put it up. Thank you again. Jude is already asking when he can see you again – will book some more lessons next time we’re down. - Parent

Hen, Stag and Corporate Groups

Surfing

A great way to get the group together for some challenging fun amongst the elements. Hen and Stag parties receive a private session with lots of tuition and a maximum ratio of 6 pupils to a coach.

Hen and Stag go for FREE! We can also create a specialised package to suit your group, see the 'Hit the Water' packages below.

Salcombe is a popular choice as a base camp over a weekend - only a short drive to the Beaches. Taxis can be arranged from Salcombe to Bigbury.

Everyone will be up and riding

Surf n Spa

A popular option is to combine your surf experience with a pampering spa afternoon. Why not check out the packages available with the Spa at Dartmouth Golf and Country Club. You can then book your surfing around a spa experience. Please contact them directly

Accommodation at the Dartmouth Golf and Country Club is also available creating the perfect weekend package for you.

Smaller Groups - Here at Discovery we are big fans of the Unwind salon at Bigbury. Louise is an extremely experienced beauty therapist, and the salon is conveniently situated very close to the beach. You can't beat a good massage after a surf session! Combining your surf with some treatments at Unwind is also a fab option for your small group. Louise also has a couple of other therapists, including a hair stylist, so this is a great option for your group

Surf 'n' SUP

If you can't decide whether to surf or to SUP (Stand Up Paddle), then why not choose the combined package and do an hour of each, or half your group could do one and the other half, the other. We can be really flexible and you can be sure everyone will have a magnificent time.

Bigbury on-Sea really lends itself out to both sports with great waves and a unique and beautiful coastline perfect for SUP exploring.

Corporate

Surfing is our most popular activity, but we can make the session suited to your group, so that you could include Stand up Paddling for example.

We can also arrange a post surf BBQ at the Venus cafe, and help arrange transport. Its a great for team bonding and for a general good time.

Wrigleys go surfing

Prices

Groups of 4 or more

2 hour £34pp

1.5 hour £28pp

Hen or Stag free!

"This was a fantastic day out, the arrangement of great weather added to the experience.The staff were relaxed, patient and humorous (I guess they had to be with our limited ability levels). The locations were great and the full day provided a great opportunity for team building, exertion and relaxation in one go." - Wrigleys.

"Just a quick line to say a big thanks to Matz and Rosie and everyone for a great time on Saturday on the stag do. It was a fantastic weekend all round and the surfing was even bet than I imagined. Can't believe how lucky we were with the weather! Anyway, please do pass on our thanks. Hope to see you again!" - Cheers Hugh

Improver/Advanced Lesson

This lesson is perfect for someone looking for some helpful tips and to take their surfing to the next level. This is delivered as a Private Lesson.

With an improver/advanced lesson you will learn about how to ride unbroken waves, surf etiquette, surfing 'out the back', suitable equipment for yourself; about surf conditions and generally improve your surfing skills in a safe and fun environment. More advanced tips can include how to perform different manoeuvres and higher level surfing.

£79 - 1.5 hour

Includes FREE board and wetsuit hire for the rest of the day

Discovery Surf School is regarded as a centre of excellence for performance surfing and owner Martin is the Producer of 110% Surfing Techniques, the internationally best selling surf instructional video series.

"Thanks for a great 4 days surf lessons. I will recommend Discovery Surf to all my friends and I expect to be back when I visit my parents in Brixham again." Thanks, Joanne

The Instructor courses we run are a popular addition to Discovery Surf School's repertoire of services. We are renowned as the leading forerunners of surf coaching techniques, as Producers of the internationally best selling 110% Surf Techniques Volumes 1,2, 3 and 4.